Best Detroit Justice Center Podcasts (2024)

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Slavery still exists in Colorado -The story of Omar Gent 1:21:59

5M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Colorado state prosecutors have been taking short cuts to pack the prisons with inmates by denying civil rights, handing out lengthy sentences, and bypassing state & national laws in order to maximize their conviction rates. Colorado state prosecutors have been taking short cuts to pack the prisons with inmates by denying civil rights, handing out …

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The Browning of Lathrup Village Michigan is making some white people lose their minds! 1:14:49

5M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

The Browning of Lathrup Village Michigan is making some white people lose their minds! While doing community service work in Lathrup Village, a youth mentoring program has been getting harassed. "Definitely racism," said Mark Watts, the president of Boys 2 Men – a non-profit organization that works to empower young boys. LET'S EXPLORE THIS and more…

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Justice after Injustice - Surviving police brutality. The Daniyal and Sha'teina Grady El story 1:32:48

5M ago1:32:48

1:32:48

Sha’teina and Daniyal Grady El was accused of not leaving the scene of a crime before police committed their own crimes: A Washtenaw County Sheriff was recorded on video beating Sha'teina, who was unarmed and nonviolent until she was brutally accosted without justifiable provocation during the encounter. Sha’Teina Grady El was on trial for three co…

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Freedom Dreams, An Epilogue 12:55

10M ago12:55

12:55

A final reflection from Amanda and Casey as they sign off, at least for now. Each day at the Detroit Justice Center our team fights to reunite families, lift barriers to employment and housing, and strengthen communities by supporting small businesses and land trusts. We’re building a more equitable and just Detroit, and we need your help. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T…

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A Mass Movement to End Solitary Confinement 26:19

11M ago26:19

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On July 8th, 2013 people being help in prisons across California stopped eating. They were protesting the state's use of ⁠solitary confinement⁠. 29,000 inmates participated in the strike. On this episode, you'll hear about the origins of this mass movement and how it impacted policy and perception around the use of solitary in the United States. --…

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People Power - UnHousing (Episode 5) 28:47

11M ago28:47

28:47

In the final episode of the fourth season of Moral Courage Radio, we learn from Noni Session, third generation West Oaklander and founder of the East Bay Permanent Real Estate Cooperative, who insists that we can reorient our relationship to market forces by building power together.By Moral Courage Project

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An Intergenerational Vision for Beloved Community 16:18

12M ago16:18

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"It's the education that goes with wanting to be safe. And if you talk to young people, they get it. They understand the police don't make us safe. The cameras don't make us safe. We make us safe." Myrtle Thompson Curtis, Feedom Freedom Growers --- Myrtle Thompson Curtis is the founder of Feedom Freedom Growers. She is a mother, grandmother, vision…

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Dreaming of Child-Safe Zones 19:50

12M ago19:50

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"The big idea was 1) Be hyperlocal. 2) Determine what resources are needed. 3) Shift the mindset of what the role of policing in the neighborhoods are and how they perform those duties." - Marlon Peterson --- Since his decade of incarceration, Marlon Peterson has written, created programming, lectured, organized, and advocated alongside the formerl…

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Forever Home - UnHousing (Episode 4) 28:39

1y ago28:39

28:39

In a volatile housing market, lenders, investors, and landlords determine who can afford to live where. To counter instability and profit motives, some of Oakland’s local organizations take a permanent and communal approach to land and housing, using the community land trust model to keep land off the market and in community control in perpetuity. …

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More with Less - UnHousing (Episode 3) 21:53

1y ago21:53

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Forced from their homes and banned from the streets, Oaklanders are struggling to find a place to survive. In this episode, we hear from John, a resident of Cob on Wood, an unhoused encampment supported in part by a local organization, Artists Building Communities.By Moral Courage Project

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Release Pain to Power with Tracey Ilene 1:10:30

1y ago1:10:30

1:10:30

We are not meant to stay wounded. We are supposed to move through our tragedies and challenges and to help each other move through the many painful episodes of our lives. By remaining stuck in the power of our wounds, we block our own transformation. We overlook the greater gifts inherent in our wounds—the strengths to overcome them and the lessons…

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Don't Love Me to Death - Domestic Violence 1:38:11

1y ago1:38:11

1:38:11

Domestic violence impacts 1 in 3 people in the world. Let's talk about it!By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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All Lives Don't Matter Until Trans Lives Matter 1:32:00

1y ago1:32:00

1:32:00

The journey form male to female - The story of Skylar Hawthorne.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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"Pain Before Pleasure" - A very candid conversation regarding children seek orgasmic pleasure 1:22:17

1y ago1:22:17

1:22:17

"Pain Before Pleasure" - A very candid conversation with Dr. Danielle Johnson regarding children seek orgasmic pleasure in inappropriate ways using household items.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Building Power Inside the Informal Economy 36:48

1y ago36:48

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"The absence of any statistics, like data, history, etcetera around informality is what drove me into getting into it because it was like, these are questions that kept me up at night that I wanted to solve." - Richard Wallace, Founder and Executive Director of EAT - Equity and Transformation --- Richard Wallace is the Founder and Executive Directo…

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A Leopard can't change its spots: Westland Chief Jedrusik alleged corruption and heinous acts. 1:42:29

1y ago1:42:29

1:42:29

The alleged culture of corruption in the Westland Police Department starts with Chief Jeff Jedrusik. Let's unpack the story/video of the heinous and the vicious acts (allegedly) committed by Westland Police Chief Jeff Jedrusik along with other officers. We demand JUSTICE on behalf of all of those who’ve been treated unfairly and unjustly by the Chi…

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The Community is the Family and the Family is the Community 25:00

1y ago25:00

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"We consider ourselves an incubator for transformative justice here in the south. We are committed to really creating a new way of being, of dealing with violence." - Rukia Lumumba, Executive Director, People's Advocacy Institute. Rukia Lumumba comes from a lineage of Black Freedom Fighters. Her dad was Chokwe Lumumba, former member of the Republic…

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LIES EXPOSED! Let My People Go! The story of juvenile lifer, Robert Hinds. 1:15:04

1y ago1:15:04

1:15:04

Arrested and convicted of murder at the age of 17. Spent 2 years in prison. HE IS INNOCENT!By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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#NotMyDamnMama -The Nightmare at Imperial Nursing Center in Dearborn Heights Michigan 1:23:51

1+ y ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Nursing home abuse is a serious issue at facilities across the country, with neglect being considered one of the most common forms of abuse. When a nursing home fails to provide proper care, residents suffer significant physical and psychological damage. There are many moments that have turned into a movement, and they all began with direct action …

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The Cost of Truth and Reconciliation 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

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"We think that there is a basis for human beings to change, and if I didn't think that I wouldn't be involved in this. I often say I, I don't give this speech to alligators...they're not going to change, and I'd be wasting my time. I do think that humans can change and we have to shift the conditions that make it possible for people who may be lean…

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Finding a Common Justice 33:26

1+ y ago33:26

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"There is not one model or one program that is going to make us safe. There is not one alternative that is going to replace prison. That is not the formula. It's like, what is the whole range of the kind of thing we should do that cumulatively is gonna keep us safe?" - Danielle Sered Danielle Sered is the founder of Common Justice, an organization …

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Preserving Legacies - UnHousing (Episode 2) 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

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Gentrification is an act of erasure against the cultural character of a neighborhood. In this episode, we hear from people working to protect and preserve the historical legacies of places they hold dear.By Moral Courage Project

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The UnHousing Market - UnHousing (Episode 1) 21:32

1+ y ago21:32

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In the first episode of our fourth season, we meet Oaklanders who teach us about how their communities are confronting the market forces that render housing security out of reach for so many.By Moral Courage Project

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Detroit Life is Valuable Everyday 22:46

1+ y ago22:46

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"We can do incredible things from a technological medical care standpoint. Right? Like there's been incredible advances in healthcare and with some of the things that we have in terms of like stopping bleeds and doing all these things right to prolong life. But, you know, I knew that there was a gap in terms of preventing re-injury." - Dr. Tolulope…

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We Make Peace 29:24

1+ y ago29:24

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"What if you can still feel a sense of justice without reaching out to the legal system? What if you still can have access to healing without punishment? What if this person who harmed you can do the hard work to never harm anyone ever again? Would that feel like justice for you? And if so, how can we support you in achieving that goal?" - Mike Mil…

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Season 2 of Freedom Dreams! 3:24

1+ y ago3:24

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This season on Freedom Dreams we're amplifying community-led solutions to violence and harm. We called on some of the boldest people we know to learn lessons from what they're building. And of course, we asked them what their freedom dreams are. Our new season begins on February 22nd. --- Learn more about the work of the Detroit Justice Center…

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Trailer - UnHousing: Claiming the Human Right to Home 2:25

1+ y ago2:25

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This is the trailer for the fourth season of Moral Courage Radio, "UnHousing: Claiming the Human Right to Home"By Moral Courage Project

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Black Coffee Presents: Let My People Go! Wrongful Convictions. 1:34:31

1+ y ago1:34:31

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By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Black Coffee Presents: Politicians, don't promise me Heaven and give me Hell! Election 2022 1:50:29

1+ y ago1:50:29

1:50:29

Black votes, black caucus. and more.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Let My People Go! Wrongful Convictions 1:34:29

1+ y ago1:34:29

1:34:29

The strength of our criminal justice system depends on its accuracy — its ability to convict the guilty and to clear the innocent. But we know that wrongful convictions happen. Identifying and understanding the causes of wrongful convictions is critical to maintaining the integrity of our justice system. A conviction may be classified as wrongful f…

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Devils in the Courtroom - The Story of Jane Stickle 1:09:50

1+ y ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Protection or deception? Jane Stickle was a victim of the Probate court system. She was taken from her family, her assets were pillaged, and she was tortured and neglected all under the auspice of the "Devils in the Newcastle Pennsylvania Courtroom. "This is a very candid discussion with my special guest Diane Stickle Berkebile to recant the nightm…

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The Real Black Coffee presents "Pinkster" honoring breast cancer awareness 56:16

1+ y ago56:16

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he Real Black Coffee presents "Pinkster" honoring breast cancer awareness in the City of Inkster. United Sistas is an organization founded by Phyliss Whitfield and Alisha Butler. These two sisters declared the City of Inkster "Pinkster" honoring breast cancer awareness. Tap in - Men get breast cancer too! We must save our men and women.…

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Love and Logic -Domestic Violence 1:13:14

2y ago1:13:14

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Domestic Violence is a pattern of one person trying to dominate or control another person. This involves different types of abusive ways. It is a repetitive process. This show will explore the ways and the processBy The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Religion, Spirituality, and God through the eyes of 2 Millennials 1:40:34

2y ago1:40:34

1:40:34

My guest, the Hi-Low podcaster discuss their views on Religion, Spirituality, and GodBy The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Devils in the courtroom featuring Zena Crenshaw-Logal- may she rest in peace. 1:49:37

2y ago1:49:37

1:49:37

Zena Crenshaw-- Logal was a beautiful layer who fought for justice. May she rest in heaven ad we continue to fight for justice.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Elections and Voting in the Black Community 57:21

2y ago57:21

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By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Beating Addiction with Sheldon Hill 58:13

2y ago58:13

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Sheldon battled addition, arrest, and mental health for many years. when he was ready, he went into recovery.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Black Coffee Presents "Devils in the Courtroom" the story of Jane Stickle 9 26 2022 1:09:50

2y ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Protection or deception? Jane Stickle was a victim of the Probate court system. She was taken from her family, her assets were pillaged, and she was tortured and neglected all under the auspice of the "Devils in the Newcastle Pennsylvania Courtroom. "This is a very candid discussion with my special guest Diane Stickle Berkebile to recant the nightm…

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Fear of Black Consciousness 48:11

2y ago48:11

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The Freedom Dreams team is hard at work on a new season of the show. It’ll come to you this fall. But in the meantime, we want to share a conversation Amanda recently had with the incredibly brilliant and tender-hearted philosopher, Lewis Gordon. Their talk was hosted by Source Booksellers in Detroit’s Cass Corridor this past winter. Gordon's new b…

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"I will not hide from the world" Bias and sexualizations' at Elyria High School in Ohio. 1:19:55

2y ago1:19:55

1:19:55

"I will not hide from the world" Bias and sexualizations' at Elyria High School in Ohio. Kyle Johnston's daughters were suspended twice (3 days and 5 days) because of how they looked in their attire.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Love and logic: Why would Boaz want yo Azz? 56:06

2+ y ago56:06

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Love, logic, and relationships.By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Love and Logic: Stop looking for love at church! 47:35

2+ y ago47:35

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By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Love and Logic: Can an independent woman be submissive to a man? 54:10

2+ y ago54:10

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By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Love and Logic: Is love a choice? 57:02

2+ y ago57:02

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By The Real Black Coffee - Detroit

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Wrongful Conviction: The story of Jeremiah Dewey 1:36:25

2+ y ago1:36:25

1:36:25

The wrongful conviction of Jeremiah Dewey: Jeremiah was wrongly convicted for crimes that never happened. No Evidence, No Medical examination, no testimonies from any Doctor. All-State Appeals have been exhausted, they will not allow information that shows the truth of this case. This horrific nightmare is recanted by Jeremiah's father, Mr. Donald …

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Black, Gay, and Proud with King in Miami 1:22:39

2+ y ago1:22:39

1:22:39

While progress has been made, many lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people still worry that revealing their sexuality at work will have negative consequences. We salute King for sharing his story.By The Real Black Coffee

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Heal the Hood - Drugs and the black community with Alexis Ramsey and SupaEmcee 1:22:51

2+ y ago1:22:51

1:22:51

Heal the Hood's focus is about by the realization of the importance of PUTTING BACK INTO OUR COMMUNITIES.By The Real Black Coffee

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How Do We Grow Our Own Food on Our Own Land? 31:29

2+ y ago31:29

31:29

“For anti-colonial movements in the past and still today, regaining access to land that you and your people were displaced from is a core part of what it means to be free.” In this final episode of the first season of Freedom Dreams, our guests take on black liberation through land ownership and food sovereignty. Tepfirah Rushdan and Erin Bevel tal…

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How Do We Create Health Care that Meets our Needs? 39:15

2+ y ago39:15

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In our penultimate episode of the season, we’re talking about radical solutions in health care. We look at the historical example of the 1970 Lincoln Hospital Takeover in the Bronx with former Black Panther and Young Lord Cleo Silvers. Casey also goes down the history rabbit hole discussing their MA thesis. We also sit down with Fiyah Angel and Rac…

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How Can We Heal and Reimagine Safe Communities? 36:07

2+ y ago36:07

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In this episode, we explore the building blocks of community safety—namely knowing your community and working together to keep each other safe. We talk to Sirrita Darby, and Bri and Kris, two youth organizers with Detroit Heals Detroit about the work they do to host healing circles for youth in Detroit, and the importance of collective healing. We …

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